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Cyber Corner: Company Size Doesn’t Matter

September 19, 2023 by PLM

Cyber Corner HeaderDo you think hackers only target large corporations for their cyberattacks? Think again! If you are an employee of a small to medium-sized organization, you may be even more at risk of being targeted for cyberattacks. Cybercriminals target smaller organizations because they assume that these organizations have fewer defenses in place to prevent cyberattacks. According... [Read More]

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Spotlight On: PLM Wins Two Major Workplace Honors

September 19, 2023 by PLM

Top Places to Work 2023Building a workplace where our staff feels welcome and knows they have room to advance and to develop their skills is a priority here at PLM. We know the value of a good workplace culture and we strive to provide a place where our team truly feels at home with their coworkers. We are excited... [Read More]

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Spotlight On: Matthew Kienholz Appointed to AVP – Regulatory & Government Affairs

September 19, 2023 by PLM

PLM is pleased to share that Matthew Kienholz has been named Assistant Vice President of Regulatory and Government Affairs. The PLM Board of Directors appointed Matt, who was formerly Director, to the new role effective immediately. Matt joined PLM in 2015 as a member of our accounting team. He transitioned from accounting in 2021 to... [Read More]

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Spotlight On: Upcoming Events List

September 19, 2023 by PLM

Here are some of the upcoming events where you can find us! KCMA Fall Management Conference– 10/2-10/5 – Ft. Wayne, IN NHLA Annual Convention– 10/4-10/6 – Louisville, KY ProDealer Industry Summit – 10/4-10/6 – Kansas City, MO LBM Strategies Conference– 10/11-10/13 – Charlotte, NC Wood Pro Expo – 10/12-10/13 – Lancaster County, PA Railway Tie Association... [Read More]

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President’s Commentary

September 19, 2023 by PLM

Lumber Memo, Issue 1 2024As I am writing this commentary, we have not yet reported our year-end financial results as a company to our Board of Directors, so I will refrain from going into specific details about our results. Suffice to say, we expect to see strong investment income which will overcome an underwriting loss and produce operating income... [Read More]

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Spotlight On: Upcoming Events List

July 25, 2023 by PLM

Here are some of the upcoming events where you can find us! NHPA Independents Conference – 8/2-8/3 – Dallas, TX WHA Annual Convention – 8/9-8/11 – Gearhart, OR ABS Meeting & Trade Show – 8/11-8/12 – Nashville, TN NAWLA Minneapolis Regional Meeting – 8/17 – Dellwood, MN Forest Products Machinery & Equipment Expo – 8/23-8/25... [Read More]

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How to Submit a Claim to PLM

July 25, 2023 by PLM

How to Submit a Claim to PLMIf a loss occurs, here is what you need to know so that we can work with you to handle your claim in a timely manner. Our goal is to get your business back to normal as fast as possible. Start your claim by contacting your broker or PLM directly. It is important to report... [Read More]

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Prevent, Learn, Maximize: Lessons from Large Losses

July 25, 2023 by PLM

PLM Large Loss Overview In a high severity segment like the lumber niche, we have seen our share of large losses over the years. Large loss claims carry significant risk and scrutiny beyond traditional commercial insurance claims. These types of insurance claims typically include multiple parties, complex legal issues, and potentially tens of thousands of... [Read More]

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Plumb Safety: Protecting Your Business Against Weather-Related Claims

July 25, 2023 by PLM

Plumb Safety: Protecting Your Business Against Weather-Related ClaimsWhen looking at property claims, one of the significant factors is weather-related losses. Severe weather events such as hurricanes and wildfires are becoming the norm across the country. Catastrophic (CAT) events have been increasing in both frequency and severity with new areas being affected that have not been before. While weather is unpredictable, there are... [Read More]

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The Dovetail: Combatting Costly Litigation: How Lumber Businesses Can Stay Ahead

July 25, 2023 by PLM

The Dovetail: Combatting Costly Litigation: How Lumber Businesses Can Stay AheadCombatting Costly Litigation: How Lumber Businesses Can Stay Ahead John Kennealy, VP - Claims Social inflation and nuclear verdicts, where juries have ruled against business owners, have created a difficult environment for lumber business owners. Any mistake or accident can lead to massive losses that could cause temporary or permanent business shutdowns. This hasn’t always... [Read More]

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